23 June 2016 – Daily Current Affairs

UNPS (United Nations Public Service) Day 2016 celebrated globally

On 23^rd June, the UNPS (United Nations Public Service) Day 2016 was celebrated globally. This day is celebrated to signify the contributions of administrators and public servants. The celebration of this event took place at the UN Headquarters at New York. The event was a knowledge-sharing platform. The theme for this year signified the innovative approaches of industries and public services. The day indicates the public service contributions across various global developmental processes. It also encourages young citizens to pursue a public sector career. The day was first celebrated in 2003.

IWD (International Widows’ Day) 2016 observed across the globe

On 23^rd June 2016, IWD (International Widows’ Day) 2016 was observed across the globe. This day is observed to seek awareness about widowed women across the world. Widows are sometimes neglected in statistics and unobserved by researchers. Most importantly, they are ignored by the CSOs (Civil Society Organization). They also suffer from social exclusion, ostracism, violence, extreme poverty, homelessness as well as discrimination in custom and law. The day aims to sensitize global population about their misery and share knowledge to help them.

WHD (World Hydrography Day) 2016 observed

On 21^st June 2016, WHD (World Hydrography Day) 2016 was celebrated across the globe. The theme for this year was “Hydrography – the key to well-managed seas and waterways.” The theme aims to focus the fundamental hydrography importance. On this day, IHO (International Hydrographic Organization) was established 95 years ago. WHD was first observed in the year 2005. This day is observed to improve public awareness regarding the vitality of hydrography. Hydrographic is measuring water depth, currents and tides. It also involves surveying and fixing navigational hazards lying across the seafloor. Hydrography information helps in maintaining a safe environment for humans in, under and across the sea.

Ken Miyauchi elected as SoftBank Group President & COO

On 22^nd June 2016, Ken Miyauchi was elected as the SoftBank Group President & COO (Chief Operating Officer). This decision came quickly after the abrupt resignation of Nikesh Arora from this position. Prior to this, Ken was leading the Telecom arm of this group. Ken joined SoftBank in 1984. SoftBank Group is a Japanese Corporation in the internet and multi-national telecom sectors. SoftBank Group was formed in the year 1981. It is the 62^nd largest organization across the globe.

India defeated Zimbabwe in the 3-match T20 by 2-1

On 22^nd June 2016, India defeated Zimbabwe to clinch the 3-match T20 series. India won the series by 2-1. The third match in Harare was close, where India won by a three-run margin. In the final match, India batted first and scored 138 for the loss of six wickets. However, India came back in the 2^nd innings and limited Zimbabwe for 135 in 20 overs. In the first match, India lost by 2 runs. The second and third match was won by India. “Man of the Series” was bowler from India, Barinder Sran.